2008 Volvo V50 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. 2008 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Volvo V50 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Volvo | Daihatsu |
Model | V50 | Charade |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 36 L |